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CommoditiesMedium•13 February 2026•

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Gold and Precious Metals Plunge Amid AI-Related Risk Aversion and Profit-Taking

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UOB Global Economics & Markets Research reported a steep selloff in gold and other precious metals. This sharp reversal follows a period of strong prior gains for the commodities. The decline is primarily attributed to AI-related risk aversion impacting broader markets. Additionally, algorithmic trading and significant profit-taking activities contributed to the downward pressure. This confluence of factors led to a notable market event for precious metals.

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